Private Tour [2 Days]: Waitomo Caves & Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
Overview
Plan an adventure out of the city with one of our top escapes from Auckland. There are so many amazing things to do in Auckland but if you have a few extra days, it’s also the perfect time for exploring other areas of the North Island. There is an array of scenic landscapes and rugged coastlines lying just outside the city, waiting for you as we start moving outside the city. Be captivated by thousands of magical glow-worms as you glide silently by boat in the world-famous Waitomo Glow-worm Caves and walk into the real-world landscape of Middle Earth on a walking tour of the Hobbiton™ Movie Set, where you get a behind-the-scenes look at ‘The Lord of the Rings’ and ‘The Hobbit.’ Listen to spell-binding tales of how Hobbiton came to be.
What's Included
- Lunch
- Chance to step into a real The Lord of the Rings film set
- Leave you open-mouthed, awe-struck and humbled by the sheer majesty of nature
- Private transportation
- Explore the time in a landscape of steaming thermal wonderland
- Luxurious temperature controlled transportation
- Rotorua city highlights – Government gardens, thermal springs & Polynesian spa (Entry Not Included)
- Refreshments and water onboard
- Marvel at awe-inspiring stalactites and stalagmites during the iconic Glow-worm Caves
- Admission to fully guided 90 minutes experience at the Waitomo Ruakuri Cave
- Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland
- Admission to fully guided 45 minutes experience Waitomo Glow Worm Cave
- Admission to boat ride on an underground stream through the Waitomo Glowworm Caves
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pick up and drop off from Auckland
- Cafe Style lunch at Waitomo.
- WiFi on board
- Remarkable 360-degree views of the rolling Kaimai Ranges
- A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the journey
- Wander through Hobbit holes built for the films and Bagshot Row
- Complimentary Hobbiton beverages - Ale, cider, ginger beer or an English dark beer
- 4 Star Hotel Accommodation on Twin Sharing Basis including Breakfast.
- Amazing photo opportunities in front of every hobbit holes
- Complimentary High-Speed Internet onboard
- Admission to 2.5 hours fully guided experience at Hobbiton movie set (incl. Buffet Lunch).
- Dinner
- Polynesian spa (Entry Not Included)
Meeting and Pickup
Customs Street East
Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Waitomo Glowworm Cave and Ruakuri Twin Cave Experience (incl. Cafe Style Lunch)
6 Stops
Rotorua City Highlights & Hobbiton Movie Set Tour (Incl. Buffet Lunch at Party Marquee)
3 Stops
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Easy and good fitness level required.
- This is a guided walking tour and sensible walking footwear is recommended.
- You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Tours operate in all weather conditions; umbrellas are provided in the event of rain in Hobbiton.
- There is uneven terrain on the set; approximately 75% is wheelchair accessible.
- We can accommodate a stroller or a pram, provided it is fully collapsible and can fit in the luggage compartment of our buses.
- The only way to access the Hobbiton Movie Set is with a guided tour.
- Souvenir photos are available for purchase after your tour.
- Tours are suitable for people of all ages and average fitness. Our scenic walks are short and optional. Please let our guide know at check in if you have any fitness concerns.
- Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, walking shoes, sun protection, jacket/warm layer & essential personal items.
- Bring a camera or a phone with camera capability as Hobbiton is the perfect place to get some great travel photos.
- You must be at least 18 years of age and present a valid photo ID in order to consume alcohol.
- No photography is permitted inside the Waitomo Glowworm caves, and cameras and Go Pros cannot be taken on the tour.
- Photography is permitted in Ruakuri Cave so bring your camera to click the best shots. No backpacks or large bags allowed in cave due to delicate formations.
- The tour takes place in the outdoors and cave temperatures are cool even in summer (10°C/50°F) so we do recommend bringing a jacket and comfortable walking shoes
- Please do not touch the formation in the cave as it discoloured easily, please help us protect our cave.
- The caves are accessible to those with reasonable mobility, as there are good handrails and paths. There is no wheelchair access.
- Children below 8 years old are required to travel in a child safety car seat.
- Children between 5-7 years old are also recommended to be in a booster seat for their safety.
- Caves average at a temperature of 16-17 degrees Celsius year-round.
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What's included in the price?
A: The following is included: Lunch.Chance to step into a real The Lord of the Rings film set.Leave you open-mouthed, awe-struck and humbled by the sheer majesty of nature.Private transportation.Explore the time in a landscape of steaming thermal wonderland.Luxurious temperature controlled transportation.Rotorua city highlights – Government gardens, thermal springs & Polynesian spa (Entry Not Included).Refreshments and water onboard.Marvel at awe-inspiring stalactites and stalagmites during the iconic Glow-worm Caves.Admission to fully guided 90 minutes experience at the Waitomo Ruakuri Cave.Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland.Admission to fully guided 45 minutes experience Waitomo Glow Worm Cave.Admission to boat ride on an underground stream through the Waitomo Glowworm Caves.Air-conditioned vehicle.Pick up and drop off from Auckland.Cafe Style lunch at Waitomo.WiFi on board.Remarkable 360-degree views of the rolling Kaimai Ranges.A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the journey.Wander through Hobbit holes built for the films and Bagshot Row.Complimentary Hobbiton beverages - Ale, cider, ginger beer or an English dark beer.4 Star Hotel Accommodation on Twin Sharing Basis including Breakfast.Amazing photo opportunities in front of every hobbit holes.Complimentary High-Speed Internet onboard.Admission to 2.5 hours fully guided experience at Hobbiton movie set (incl. Buffet Lunch). The following is NOT included: Dinner.Polynesian spa (Entry Not Included). Read more Apr 2025
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Activity code: C-168163P12
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- Lunch.
- Chance to step into a real The Lord of the Rings film set.
- Leave you open-mouthed, awe-struck and humbled by the sheer majesty of nature.
- Private transportation.
- Explore the time in a landscape of steaming thermal wonderland.
- Luxurious temperature controlled transportation.
- Rotorua city highlights – Government gardens, thermal springs & Polynesian spa (Entry Not Included).
- Refreshments and water onboard.
- Marvel at awe-inspiring stalactites and stalagmites during the iconic Glow-worm Caves.
- Admission to fully guided 90 minutes experience at the Waitomo Ruakuri Cave.
- Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland.
- Admission to fully guided 45 minutes experience Waitomo Glow Worm Cave.
- Admission to boat ride on an underground stream through the Waitomo Glowworm Caves.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Pick up and drop off from Auckland.
- Cafe Style lunch at Waitomo.
- WiFi on board.
- Remarkable 360-degree views of the rolling Kaimai Ranges.
- A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the journey.
- Wander through Hobbit holes built for the films and Bagshot Row.
- Complimentary Hobbiton beverages - Ale, cider, ginger beer or an English dark beer.
- 4 Star Hotel Accommodation on Twin Sharing Basis including Breakfast.
- Amazing photo opportunities in front of every hobbit holes.
- Complimentary High-Speed Internet onboard.
- Admission to 2.5 hours fully guided experience at Hobbiton movie set (incl. Buffet Lunch).
- Dinner.
- Polynesian spa (Entry Not Included).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 12. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Tour [2 Days]: Waitomo Caves & Hobbiton Movie Set Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Easy and good fitness level required.
- This is a guided walking tour and sensible walking footwear is recommended.
- You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Tour [2 Days]: Waitomo Caves & Hobbiton Movie Set Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Lunch
- Chance to step into a real The Lord of the Rings film set
- Leave you open-mouthed, awe-struck and humbled by the sheer majesty of nature
- Private transportation
- Explore the time in a landscape of steaming thermal wonderland
- Luxurious temperature controlled transportation
- Rotorua city highlights – Government gardens, thermal springs & Polynesian spa (Entry Not Included)
- Refreshments and water onboard
- Marvel at awe-inspiring stalactites and stalagmites during the iconic Glow-worm Caves
- Admission to fully guided 90 minutes experience at the Waitomo Ruakuri Cave
- Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland
- Admission to fully guided 45 minutes experience Waitomo Glow Worm Cave
- Admission to boat ride on an underground stream through the Waitomo Glowworm Caves
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pick up and drop off from Auckland
- Cafe Style lunch at Waitomo.
- WiFi on board
- Remarkable 360-degree views of the rolling Kaimai Ranges
- A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the journey
- Wander through Hobbit holes built for the films and Bagshot Row
- Complimentary Hobbiton beverages - Ale, cider, ginger beer or an English dark beer
- 4 Star Hotel Accommodation on Twin Sharing Basis including Breakfast.
- Amazing photo opportunities in front of every hobbit holes
- Complimentary High-Speed Internet onboard
- Admission to 2.5 hours fully guided experience at Hobbiton movie set (incl. Buffet Lunch).
- Dinner
- Polynesian spa (Entry Not Included)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Easy and good fitness level required.
- This is a guided walking tour and sensible walking footwear is recommended.
- You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Tours operate in all weather conditions; umbrellas are provided in the event of rain in Hobbiton.
- There is uneven terrain on the set; approximately 75% is wheelchair accessible.
- We can accommodate a stroller or a pram, provided it is fully collapsible and can fit in the luggage compartment of our buses.
- The only way to access the Hobbiton Movie Set is with a guided tour.
- Souvenir photos are available for purchase after your tour.
- Tours are suitable for people of all ages and average fitness. Our scenic walks are short and optional. Please let our guide know at check in if you have any fitness concerns.
- Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, walking shoes, sun protection, jacket/warm layer & essential personal items.
- Bring a camera or a phone with camera capability as Hobbiton is the perfect place to get some great travel photos.
- You must be at least 18 years of age and present a valid photo ID in order to consume alcohol.
- No photography is permitted inside the Waitomo Glowworm caves, and cameras and Go Pros cannot be taken on the tour.
- Photography is permitted in Ruakuri Cave so bring your camera to click the best shots. No backpacks or large bags allowed in cave due to delicate formations.
- The tour takes place in the outdoors and cave temperatures are cool even in summer (10°C/50°F) so we do recommend bringing a jacket and comfortable walking shoes
- Please do not touch the formation in the cave as it discoloured easily, please help us protect our cave.
- The caves are accessible to those with reasonable mobility, as there are good handrails and paths. There is no wheelchair access.
- Children below 8 years old are required to travel in a child safety car seat.
- Children between 5-7 years old are also recommended to be in a booster seat for their safety.
- Caves average at a temperature of 16-17 degrees Celsius year-round.
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